What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Primary Care (Per Diem, Day) position at Northbay?
At NorthBay Health the Medical Assistant I is responsible for providing direct patient care in support of a provider in an ambulatory care setting under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. The Medical Assistant I may administer medications upon completion of medication administration course and specific supervision of a physician. Distribution of staff and patients may require reassignment to other areas.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
- Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Program or additional class work in medication administration required.
Licensure/Certification:
- Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Current AHA certification or equivalent in basic CPR.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician preferred.
- Program or additional classwork regarding medication administration required within 6 months of hire.
- MA medication administration competency checklist completion required within 6 months of hire.
Experience:
- One year of experience in ambulatory care setting preferred.
- Previous experience with medication administration.
Skills:
- Demonstrated effective time management skills.
- Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing ambulatory nursing care as appropriate for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal. Knowledge of medical terminology.
Salary : $26 - $32